What’s Happening In Orange County

We’re here to help you find fun things to do, outdoor events, and more events this weekend and all week long. Check back often as our list will be updated as events are announced.

Visit our Fairs & Festivals page for a list of other exciting upcoming events!

Upcoming Events This Week

Gem Faire (OC Fair) – February 21-23
Repticon (OC Fair) – February 22-23
OC Home & Garden Show (OC Fair) – February 22-23
The Kid’s Pet Parade & Animal Rescue Expo – Saturday, February 22
Sip N’ Stroll Market (Tustin) – Saturday, February 22
Annual Youth Fishing Derby (San Clemente) – Saturday, February 22
TASTE Festival – Citrus (The Ecology Center) – Saturday, February 22
French Park Historic Architecture Walking Tour – Saturday, February 22
OC Lantern Festival (Segerstrom) – Saturday, February 22
Sports Cards & Collectibles Show (FV) – Saturday, February 22
R.A.D® Rally Up 800 Meter Street Race – Saturday, February 22
Travel & Adventure Show (LA Convention Center) – February 22-23
Wedding Show (Fullerton) – Sunday, February 23
Premiere Beauty (Anaheim Convention Center) – Sunday, February 23
Dungeons & Dragons Craft Fair (HB) – Sunday, February 23
Rock N Road Irvine – Dirty Sunday Gravel Ride – Sunday, February 23
Lakers vs Mavericks (Crypto.com Arena) – Tuesday, February 25
Ducks vs Canucks – Thursday, February 27

See also our Main Events Page and events for Farmers Markets, Swap Meets, Car Shows, 5ks & Fun Runs, Night Markets, and Food & Wine Events.

Curated Activity Lists: OC Parks Activities

Events Beyond This Weekend

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival – Feb. 28 – April 21
Ducks vs Blackhawks – Saturday, March 1
Boca de Oro (Santa Ana) – Saturday, March 1
Anime Days (GardenWalk) – Saturday, March 1
California Bridal Expo (OC Fair) – Saturday, March 1
Downtown Santa Ana Historic Architecture Walking Tour – Sat., Mar. 1
Orange County Restaurant Week – March 2-8
Natural Products Expo West (Anaheim Convention Center) – March 5-8
Pacific Coast Sportfishing Tackle and Boat Show (OC Fair) – March 6-9
Dana Point Festival of Whales – March 7-9
Ducks vs Blues – Friday, March 7
Patriots Day Parade (Laguna Beach) – Saturday, March 8
OC Soccer Club Home Opener (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Mar. 8
Ducks vs Islanders – Sunday, March 9
Ducks vs Capitals – Tuesday, March 11
Irish Fest (Huntington Beach)- March 12-15
Ducks vs Predators – Friday, March 14
Casino Night (Tustin) – Friday, March 14
Weekend Of Art (Los Alamitos) – March 14-15
Spring Craft Boutique (Brea) – March 14-15
Overland Expo SoCal (OC Fair) – March 15-16
Franco Escamilla (Honda Center) – Saturday, March 15
Fishtailz Motorcycle Show (LA Convention) – Saturday, March 15
Shamrock N’ Roll Pop Up Market (Garden Grove) – Saturday, March 15
El Presidente Ball (SJC) – Saturday, March 15
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Mar. 15
Festival De Tomates – Sat., Mar. 15
IPC APEX EXPO (Anaheim Convention Center) – March 15-20
SoCal Museums Annual Free-for-All Day – Sun., Mar. 16
OC Archives Bazaar (Great Park Irvine) – Sun., Mar. 16
OC Wine & Spirit Fest St. Patrick’s Celebration – Sun., Mar. 16
Bower’s Museum Annual Free Day ( Santa Ana) – Sun., Mar. 16
St. Patrick’s Day (events) – Monday, March 17
Return of the Swallows Celebration (SJC) – Wednesday, March 19
Fiesta Grande (SJC) – Wednesday, March 19
PaleyFest (Hollywood) – March 21-29
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Mar. 22
Orange County Ukulele Festival – Fri., Mar. 21-Sun., Mar. 23
Hoos’Gow Day & Frog Jumping Contest (SJC) – Fri., Mar. 21
Irvine Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza – Sat., Mar. 22 – Apr. 19
Swallows Day Parade (SJC) – March 22
Ducks vs Hurricanes – Sunday, March 23
OC BRIDECON Wedding Expo – Sunday, March 23
Rock N Road Irvine – Dirty Sunday Gravel Ride – Sunday, March 23
Ducks vs Bruins – Wednesday, March 26
Angel’s Baseball (Home Opener) (Anaheim) – Mar. 27, 29-31, Apr. 1-2
Ducks vs Rangers – Friday, March 28
Wondercon (Anaheim) – March 28-30
Knott’s Boysenberry Festival – March 28 – April 27
International Children’s Festival (Aquarium of the Pacific) – Mar. 29-30
Los Tigres del Norte – Saturday, March 29
Holi Fest OC Color Festival (Irvine) – Saturday, March 29
SoCal Super Show (OC Fair) – Saturday, March 29
Ducks vs Maple Leafs – Sunday, March 30
César Chávez Day – Monday, March 31

2025 Ongoing Events

Museum of Make Believe – Limited run
Anaheim Marketplace Live Entertainment – Every Sat. & Sun. 12pm-6pm
Balboa Fun Zone Makers in the Zone – First Thursday of the Month
DTSA Art Walk – First Saturday of the Month
Kids Fun Zone (Anaheim) – Last Saturday of every month
Free Train Rides (Costa Mesa) – Every 3rd Sat. & Sun.
Home Depot Free Kids Workshops – First Saturday of the Month
Los Alamitos Sunset Saturdays – 2nd Saturday of the Month
Live Music on the Lido Deck – Every Thurs., Satu. & Sun. from Noon – 3pm
Live Music on the Ocean Deck – Sat./Sun. 1-3 PM
The Layover (Great Park) – Sat./Sun. 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday Musicales
Surf City Nights – Tuesday Nights
Taco Tuesday
Night Markets

Limited Time Pop-Up Events & Immersive Experiences

Candlelight Concerts & More
Dining in the Dark (Los Angeles)
Museum of Make Believe (Laguna Beach)
Italian Date Night: Handmade Ravioli (Laguna Hills)
Learn to Make Classic French Macarons (Anaheim)
Buy AMC Tickets & Drinks at a Discount

Entertainment Venue Event Schedules

Event Schedules at More Venues

Things to do This Weekend

DIY – At – Home

Many of the local maker studios and other do-it-yourself shops are now offering DIY Take Home Kits so you can pickup curbside and get creative at home, either on your own, with your family, or even plan a Zoom with friends. Here are a few of the best DIY-At-Home kits around Orange County:

Blaze Pizza – Make pizza night more fun with DIY pizza making kits from Blaze Pizza. Kits can be purchased as one, two or four individual sized pizzas complete with dough, sauce, cheese, dusting flour, and up to seven toppings.

AR Workshop – San Juan Capistrano – Pick up DIY kits including wood crafts, canvas projects, custom signs, holiday themed crafts, and more.

Monique

McArthur

Monique McArthur is a mother of two, writer, and creator of delicious recipes. In her spare time she enjoys exploring all that Orange County has to offer, traveling, shopping, running with her dogs and spending time with family.